Salt Lake Chamber and EDCUtah Announce New EDCUtah Leadership

Ryan Starks to become Executive Director of EDCUtah The Salt Lake Chamber and the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) are pleased to announce Ryan Starks as the new Executive Director of EDCUtah. “We are thrilled for Ryan to step into this position and lead the EDCUtah team,” said Derek Miller, president and CEO of […]
Excitement, Talent Permeates the Tuacahn Air as Actors Arrive

Driving through the Nevada desert, Jillian Butler is filled with excitement, anticipation, and a few nerves as she nears the iconic red mountains of Southern Utah where she will make her home for the next seven months. She’s not alone in her feelings — nor in her arrival — as part of the cast and crew that has recently descended on Tuacahn for the upcoming season of Broadway-level productions.
Isabelle Caiozzo: You’re Not “Too Much”: Why Passionate Women Make Powerful Leaders

At some point, many of us have been told we’re too something. Too intense. Too emotional. Too loud. Too ambitious. It’s as if the very traits that fuel our success become liabilities the moment they make others uncomfortable.
I love dragonflies. Watching them dance in the evening or sparkle in the sun is magic.
Dragonflies are pure inspiration. They don’t just climb into a chrysalis then emerge a little later, fully formed. These beauties molt, and molt, and molt again, over and over until they’ve reached their best stage. They move from eggs to larva to nymph to teneral. Adults who have reached Emergence still aren’t done. Their first adult flight will be shaky, and cover just a few yards. Their colors are pale and weak.
Swig Celebrates 15 Years in Business With $1 Cookies Nationwide on April 12

Swig – Home of the Original Dirty Soda®, is celebrating 15 years of business with a special deal at every location nationwide.
On Saturday, April 12, starting at 10 a.m., Swig is offering its famous pink sugar cookies for $1 each and mini cookie cups in both flavors for $2 each.
UVU and Fidelity To Host 4.01K “Race to Retirement” To Promote Financial Literacy in a Fun, Family-Friendly Way

Utah Valley University (UVU) is teaming up with Fidelity to help Utahns race toward a brighter financial future — literally. On Saturday, April 12, at 8:30 a.m., UVU’s Woodbury School of Business will host the “4.01K Race to Retirement,” a short, family-friendly race designed to spotlight the importance of retirement planning and financial wellness. Why 401K? It […]
Ballet West Unveils Dazzling 2025-26 Season

Seven stunning premieres! 6-Ballet packages start at just $210. Tickets On Sale April 1 Ballet West announces its 2025-26 season with seven productions, including West Side Story Suite, Peter Pan, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Romeo & Juliet. With five Utah premieres, two world premieres, and unforgettable storytelling, Ballet West and the Ballet West Orchestra are slated to deliver a vibrant celebration […]
Kelly Lake: Thank You, Next!

Make each decade rich with experiences and perhaps you can live a handful of lives before you are done. James Clear, Atomic Habits
I love dragonflies. Watching them dance in the evening or sparkle in the sun is magic.
Dragonflies are pure inspiration. They don’t just climb into a chrysalis then emerge a little later, fully formed. These beauties molt, and molt, and molt again, over and over until they’ve reached their best stage. They move from eggs to larva to nymph to teneral. Adults who have reached Emergence still aren’t done. Their first adult flight will be shaky, and cover just a few yards. Their colors are pale and weak.
How Snowbird’s Sustainability Initiatives are Protecting the Mountains Utah Calls Home

In the modern economy, environmental sustainability is one factor in how businesses stand out and thrive. Each month, the Salt Lake Chamber will highlight a Utah business making positive strides for the environment and our natural resources to encourage support and innovation.
Business Women’s Forum: The Power of Networking

Networking is a cornerstone of personal and professional growth, and the Business Women’s Forum (BWF) excels at creating meaningful opportunities to connect. Whether you’re just starting in your career or are a seasoned professional, networking at BWF opens doors to new possibilities, strengthens your confidence and builds relationships that last a lifetime. Interactive Networking ActivitiesOne […]
Building a Stronger Workforce Through Health, Wellness and Family Support

At the January 28, 2025, Business Women’s Forum, attendees heard from a panel of experts featuring business leaders from A Bolder Way Forward, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. The panel emphasized the importance of mental health and wellness in the workforce and how understanding and prioritizing these issues can drive business success.